May 2026 Visa Bulletin Released
On April 15, 2026, the U.S. Department of State released the May 2026 Visa Bulletin, determining who will be eligible to file for Adjustment of Status in the month of May.
Expanded Social Media Screening for U.S. Visa Applicants (2025-2026)
Recent announcements by the U.S. Department of State (DOS) expand mandatory social media screening for visa applicants. The updated guidance applies to a wide range of visa categories, including employment-based visas such as H-1B and H-4. These changes introduce enhanced ‘online presence’ review as a standard part of visa adjudication.
Initial Selection Results Announced for the FY2027 H-1B CAP Lottery
On Tuesday, March 31, 2026 USCIS announced that they have completed the initial selection process for the FY2027 H-1B cap lottery. Selection notifications have been issued online through both the Employer’s and Legal Representative’s myUSCIS accounts.
Immigration Compliance Alert: New USCIS Requirement for Regular Status Change Reporting
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) have introduced a new compliance requirement for employers enrolled in E-Verify…
Proclamation Assessing a $100,000 Fee to the H-1B Visa Program
Last Friday, September 19, 2025, the President issued a “Proclamation” assessing a $100,000 fee to the H-1B visa program. There was very little guidance provided as to its implementation. Over the weekend, on Sunday September 20th, both USCIS and USCBP issued an internal memorandums stating…